2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra 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 163 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 811 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Lucerne | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Lucerne | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2620 mm |
