2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 637 kg more than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lucerne | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3879 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2390 mm |
