2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1993 Kia Capital
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Kia Capital 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 113 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 291 kg more than 1993 Kia Capital. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1993 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Lucerne | Capital |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3879 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2530 mm |
