2012 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (120 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 735 kg more than 1985 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Toyota Celica 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 1985 Toyota Celica. 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 (358 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Buick LaCrosse | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | LaCrosse | Celica |
Year Released | 2012 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |