1951 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 113 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 560 kg more than 1951 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Austin A 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 90 | 2006 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | A 90 | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
