2009 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1988 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2009 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Venturi Cabriolet (199 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 1988 Venturi Cabriolet 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 1988 Venturi Cabriolet. 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, 1988 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick LaCrosse. 2009 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 1988 Venturi Cabriolet has manual transmission. 1988 Venturi Cabriolet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Buick LaCrosse | 1988 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | Buick | Venturi |
Model | LaCrosse | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |