2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 1999 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Plymouth Prowler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Plymouth Prowler 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 22 more horse power than 1999 Plymouth Prowler. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1999 Plymouth Prowler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 631 kg more than 1999 Plymouth Prowler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Plymouth Prowler 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 1999 Plymouth Prowler. 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 (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Plymouth Prowler. (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Plymouth Prowler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Lucerne | 1999 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Buick | Plymouth |
| Model | Lucerne | Prowler |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 46 L |
