2009 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1969 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 2009 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 156 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 1366 kg more than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Toyota Sport 800 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 1969 Toyota Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick LaCrosse | 1969 Toyota Sport 800 | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | LaCrosse | Sport 800 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |