2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1993 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,892 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac DeVille.
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 (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Cadillac DeVille. (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1993 Cadillac DeVille | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Lucerne | DeVille |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2820 mm |
