2010 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1995 Saturn SC
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saturn SC would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1995 Saturn SC. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1995 Saturn SC.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SC. (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Buick LaCrosse | 1995 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Buick | Saturn |
| Model | LaCrosse | SC |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2610 mm |
