2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1992 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Lumina (210 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 409 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Lumina.
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, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Lumina. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick LaCrosse | 1992 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | LaCrosse | Lumina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2740 mm |
