1974 Toyota Publica vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Publica | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Toyota | Buick |
| Model | Publica | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2837 mm |
