2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 100 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 125 more horse power than 1991 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 747 kg more than 1991 Rover 100. 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 (322 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 1991 Rover 100 | |
Make | Buick | Rover |
Model | Lucerne | 100 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |