2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1989 Renault 4
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 4 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 193 more horse power than 1989 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 922 kg more than 1989 Renault 4. 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 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 4. 2009 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1989 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1989 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1989 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Lucerne | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
