1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2009 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 413 kg more than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Because 1993 Buick Roadmaster 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 1993 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Buick Roadmaster | 2009 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Roadmaster | Lucerne |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3880 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |