2008 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1984 Buick Electra
To start off, 2008 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 170 kg more than 1984 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Buick Electra 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 1984 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick LaCrosse | 1984 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | LaCrosse | Electra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 4127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 95 L |
