1982 Toyota Celica vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1982 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (119 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 560 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Celica | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Toyota | Buick |
| Model | Celica | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2837 mm |
