2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 227 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 713 kg more than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Because 1983 Chevrolet 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, 1983 Chevrolet 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, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1983 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Lucerne | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 7445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3300 mm |
