1988 Lancia Hit vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Hit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Hit would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Hit (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 1988 Lancia Hit is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Lancia Hit (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Hit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. 2012 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 1988 Lancia Hit has manual transmission. 1988 Lancia Hit 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:
1988 Lancia Hit | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Lancia | Buick |
Model | Hit | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2837 mm |