2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Serena 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 103 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Serena. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 117 kg more than 1993 Nissan Serena. 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 @ 2300 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Serena. (169 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Lucerne | Serena |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2740 mm |