1984 Audi 90 vs. 2009 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 90 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 88 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 502 kg more than 1984 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 2009 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | 90 | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3880 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2940 mm |
