2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1989 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (238 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Camaro (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Lucerne | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2580 mm |
