2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1989 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Plymouth Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Plymouth Laser 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 94 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 532 kg more than 1989 Plymouth Laser. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1989 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Buick | Plymouth |
| Model | Lucerne | Laser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2480 mm |
