2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1991 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 3,879 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (224 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Buick Lucerne (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Sierra. (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1991 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Lucerne | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3879 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
