2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1998 Buick Signia
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Signia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Signia would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Signia (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 123 kg more than 2009 Buick Lucerne. 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, 1998 Buick Signia (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (322 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1998 Buick Signia | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Lucerne | Signia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2860 mm |
