2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 11 kg more than 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick LaCrosse | 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
| Model | LaCrosse | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3230 mm |
