1988 Buick Electra vs. 2009 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Electra 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 64 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 42 kg more than 1988 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, 2009 Buick Lucerne (322 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Electra | 2009 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Electra | Lucerne |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3880 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 322 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2940 mm |