2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort 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 98 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 462 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. 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) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Lucerne | Escort |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
