2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 298 kg more than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Lucerne | Blazer |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2730 mm |