1992 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 531 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Corsica. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corsica (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Corsica | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
Model | Corsica | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1209 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2837 mm |