2008 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 82 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 766 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick LaCrosse | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | LaCrosse | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |
