2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser would be higher. At 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser. (212 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 2 kg more than 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser 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, 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser 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, 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser (373 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Lucerne. (321 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Lucerne | Retro Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3879 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1615 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
