1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1976 Buick LeSabre is newer by 1 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 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick LeSabre (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 991 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, 1976 Buick LeSabre (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 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 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick LeSabre | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | LeSabre | Publica |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2270 mm |
