1976 Lada 1200 vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1976 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1976 Lada 1200.
Because 1976 Lada 1200 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 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lada 1200. 2010 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 1976 Lada 1200 has manual transmission. 1976 Lada 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lada 1200 | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Lada | Buick |
| Model | 1200 | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 70 L |
