2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1978 Porsche 924
To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Porsche 924. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1978 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 770 kg more than 1978 Porsche 924. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Porsche 924 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 1978 Porsche 924. 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, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Porsche 924. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick LaCrosse | 1978 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | LaCrosse | 924 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
