2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (156 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 223 kg more than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer 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 (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Lucerne | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |
