1994 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 422 kg more than 2010 Buick Lucerne.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Suburban | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
Model | Suburban | Lucerne |
Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2148 kg | 1726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5161 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2936 mm |