1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1976 Buick LeSabre is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick LeSabre (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 931 kg more than 1973 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, 1976 Buick LeSabre (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick LeSabre | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | LeSabre | Publica |
Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1165 cc |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2270 mm |