2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1997 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile SS would be higher. At 3,879 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (224 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile SS. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile SS.
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, 1997 Oldsmobile SS (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1997 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Lucerne | SS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3879 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
