2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Because 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | Lucerne | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2960 mm |