1991 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2011 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2011 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina (198 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 296 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Lumina.
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, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina (291 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick LaCrosse. 2011 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 1991 Chevrolet Lumina has manual transmission. 1991 Chevrolet Lumina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Lumina | 2011 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | Lumina | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3352 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2837 mm |
