2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1991 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (224 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 1991 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1991 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1991 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1991 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Lucerne | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3879 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
