2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1996 Toyota Conquest
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Conquest 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 53 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Conquest. (174 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 646 kg more than 1996 Toyota Conquest. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Conquest. (135 Nm). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1996 Toyota Conquest | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Lucerne | Conquest |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1973 cc |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1116 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2740 mm |
