2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1986 Cadillac Allante
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Cadillac Allante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Cadillac Allante would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (224 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Allante. (201 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Allante.
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, 1986 Cadillac Allante (373 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1986 Cadillac Allante | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Lucerne | Allante |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3879 cc | 4467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
