2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1997 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia Delta 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 125 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 632 kg more than 1997 Lancia Delta. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia Delta. 2009 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1997 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1997 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1997 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Lucerne | Delta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2550 mm |
