2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1984 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Isuzu Trooper 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 186 more horse power than 1984 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1984 Isuzu Trooper.
Because 1984 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Isuzu Trooper 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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Isuzu Trooper. (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1984 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Buick | Isuzu |
| Model | Lucerne | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2660 mm |
