2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 2005 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (241 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (149 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 102 kg more than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (305 Nm). This means 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LaCrosse | 1984 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | LaCrosse | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2950 mm |
