2010 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1984 Audi Coupe
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (280 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (134 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 793 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (351 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Buick LaCrosse | 1984 Audi Coupe | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | LaCrosse | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2226 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1853 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
