2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1997 Honda Prelude. (200 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Prelude.
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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (219 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Lucerne | Prelude |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |