1994 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 102 kg more than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Chevrolet Impala (633 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm). This means 1994 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Impala | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | Impala | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 633 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2837 mm |
