1970 Seat 124 vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1970 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1970 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 804 kg more than 1970 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Seat 124 | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Seat | Buick |
Model | 124 | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2837 mm |