2004 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1995 Honda Today
To start off, 2004 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today 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 150 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 875 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today. 2004 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LaCrosse | 1995 Honda Today | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | LaCrosse | Today |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
