1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2011 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2011 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2011 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 956 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo.
Because 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo 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 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick LaCrosse. 2011 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo has manual transmission. 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 2011 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
Model | Navajo | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1826 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2837 mm |