2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 402 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Lucerne | Celebrity |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2680 mm |
