1975 Toyota Publica vs. 2011 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2011 Buick Lucerne is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Lucerne (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 1058 kg more than 1975 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Buick Lucerne (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Publica | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Toyota | Buick |
| Model | Publica | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 4600 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2936 mm |
