2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1992 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Marcos Mantula. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Marcos Mantula would be higher. At 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Marcos Mantula is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1992 Marcos Mantula. (173 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1992 Marcos Mantula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 727 kg more than 1992 Marcos Mantula. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Marcos Mantula is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Marcos Mantula. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Marcos Mantula. (291 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Marcos Mantula. 2009 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1992 Marcos Mantula has manual transmission. 1992 Marcos Mantula will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1992 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | Buick | Marcos |
| Model | Lucerne | Mantula |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 3945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 48 L |
