1976 Toyota Mark II vs. 2011 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2011 Buick Lucerne is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 499 kg more than 1976 Toyota Mark II. 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 (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Toyota Mark II | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Toyota | Buick |
| Model | Mark II | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1694 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2936 mm |
