2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1988 Subaru XT
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru XT 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 93 more horse power than 1988 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 602 kg more than 1988 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Subaru XT 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, 1988 Subaru XT 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1988 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Lucerne | XT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
