2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 1980 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 1028 kg more than 1980 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Lucerne | 1980 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Lucerne | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2470 mm |
