1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse

To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (435 HP) has 253 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 553 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro.

Because 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (576 Nm) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. 2012 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 1996 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Chevrolet Camaro 2012 Buick LaCrosse
Make Chevrolet Buick
Model Camaro LaCrosse
Year Released 1996 2012
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6276 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 1 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 435 HP 182 HP
Torque 576 Nm 233 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1187 kg 1740 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 5001 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1857 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1504 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2837 mm


 

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