1987 Toyota Supra vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 183 kg more than 1987 Toyota Supra.
Because 1987 Toyota Supra 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 1987 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1987 Toyota Supra (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. 2012 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 1987 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1987 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Toyota Supra | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Toyota | Buick |
Model | Supra | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |