2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 22 kg more than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper 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, 1981 Isuzu Trooper 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, 2009 Buick Lucerne (322 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Buick | Isuzu |
| Model | Lucerne | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2660 mm |
