2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1977 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (224 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1977 GMC Suburban. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1977 GMC Suburban.
Because 1977 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 GMC Suburban 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, 1977 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1977 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Lucerne | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3879 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
