2012 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 118 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. (64 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 895 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Buick LaCrosse | 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | LaCrosse | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 116 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 | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2410 mm |
