2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota 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 109 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 87 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota 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, 2009 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Dakota. 2009 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1995 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 1995 Dodge Dakota 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 | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Lucerne | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2850 mm |
