2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 23 kg more than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
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, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Lucerne | Fleetwood |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 4467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2900 mm |