2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 1996 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile SS 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 73 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile SS. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile SS.
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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Oldsmobile SS. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Oldsmobile SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Lucerne | 1996 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Lucerne | SS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
