2004 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick LaCrosse (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Carina. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 589 kg more than 1980 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Carina 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 1980 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Buick LaCrosse (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick LaCrosse | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | LaCrosse | Carina |
Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |