2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 1987 Holden Drover
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Holden Drover would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Lucerne (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1987 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1987 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 640 kg more than 1987 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Holden Drover 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, 2007 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover. 2007 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1987 Holden Drover has manual transmission. 1987 Holden Drover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Lucerne | 1987 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Lucerne | Drover |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2040 mm |
