2008 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo
To start off, 2008 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (36 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. 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 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (55 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick LaCrosse | 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | LaCrosse | Mini Jumbo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
