2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 1991 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Lucerne (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 167 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (313 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (309 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Lucerne | 1991 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Lucerne | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
