1992 Ford Festiva 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 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva.
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 (358 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Festiva | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Ford | Buick |
Model | Festiva | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2837 mm |