2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1984 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,078 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1984 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1984 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 73 kg more than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Cadillac Eldorado. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1984 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Lucerne | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 4078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2900 mm |
