1977 Seat 124 vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 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 239 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 905 kg more than 1977 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 (358 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 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 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Seat 124 | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Seat | Buick |
| Model | 124 | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1835 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 |
