2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1984 Chrysler Limousine
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chrysler Limousine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chrysler Limousine would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1984 Chrysler Limousine. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1984 Chrysler Limousine.
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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chrysler Limousine. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chrysler Limousine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1984 Chrysler Limousine | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Lucerne | Limousine |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3330 mm |
