2011 Buick Lucerne vs. 1994 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Buick Lucerne is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 636 kg more than 1994 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2011 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Buick Lucerne | 1994 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Lucerne | Corolla |
Year Released | 2011 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3900 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1726 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5161 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2470 mm |