2012 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 625 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Taunus 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 1976 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Buick LaCrosse | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | LaCrosse | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2590 mm |
