1990 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 702 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 7100 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic. 2012 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Civic 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:
| 1990 Honda Civic | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Honda | Buick |
| Model | Civic | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
