1991 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 740 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Accord | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Honda | Buick |
Model | Accord | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2451 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2837 mm |