2007 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 2007 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 136 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick LaCrosse | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | LaCrosse | SP |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
