2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1977 Buick Electra
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1977 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 168 kg more than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Because 1977 Buick Electra 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 1977 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1977 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1977 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Lucerne | Electra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3879 cc | 5730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3030 mm |
