1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1985 Buick LeSabre is newer by 9 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 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick LeSabre (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 745 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, 1985 Buick LeSabre (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick LeSabre | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | LeSabre | Publica |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
