1981 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 841 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corolla. 2010 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1981 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1981 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Toyota | Buick |
| Model | Corolla | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2936 mm |
