2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Lucerne (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 507 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Celica 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 1983 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Buick Lucerne (309 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica. 2008 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1983 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 1983 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Lucerne | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Lucerne | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2510 mm |
