2012 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1981 Lancia Trevi
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Trevi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Trevi 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 82 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Trevi. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Trevi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 595 kg more than 1981 Lancia Trevi. 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Trevi. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Trevi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Buick LaCrosse | 1981 Lancia Trevi | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | LaCrosse | Trevi |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 52 L |
