2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1981 Talbot 1510
To start off, 2005 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1981 Talbot 1510. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 565 kg more than 1981 Talbot 1510. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (311 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot 1510. 2005 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 1981 Talbot 1510 has manual transmission. 1981 Talbot 1510 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LaCrosse | 1981 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Buick | Talbot |
| Model | LaCrosse | 1510 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2610 mm |
