1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1977 Buick LeSabre is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 5,002 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick LeSabre (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 885 kg more than 1976 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, 1977 Buick LeSabre (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1977 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick LeSabre | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | LeSabre | Publica |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2270 mm |
