1984 Buick Electra vs. 2011 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2011 Buick Lucerne is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra 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 104 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 276 kg more than 1984 Buick Electra. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Electra. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Electra | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Electra | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2936 mm |
