2012 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1995 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Corsica 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 63 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Corsica. (119 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 500 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Corsica. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Corsica. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Buick LaCrosse | 1995 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | LaCrosse | Corsica |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 57 L |
