2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1980 Toyota Century
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,879 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (224 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Century. (167 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Century.
Because 1980 Toyota Century 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 1980 Toyota Century. 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, 1980 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1980 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Lucerne | Century |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3879 cc | 3375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
