2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1987 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,879 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1987 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 117 kg more than 1987 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1987 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Lucerne | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3879 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
