1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (163 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1982 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Camaro | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
Model | Camaro | Lucerne |
Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4995 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2936 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |