2011 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1988 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2011 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
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, 2011 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Buick LaCrosse | 1988 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LaCrosse | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2410 mm |
