2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1991 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. (112 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 652 kg more than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Hyundai Lantra. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1991 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Lucerne | Lantra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
