1972 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (358 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Toyota | Buick |
| Model | Corolla | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2837 mm |
