2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1989 Ford RS 200
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1989 Ford RS 200. (247 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford RS 200.
Because 1989 Ford RS 200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Ford RS 200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1989 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Lucerne | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1804 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 116 L |
