2010 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,473 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Buick LaCrosse | 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
| Model | LaCrosse | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2640 mm |
