1986 Buick LeSabre vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1986 Buick LeSabre is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick LeSabre (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 745 kg more than 1977 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, 1986 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1986 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick LeSabre | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | LeSabre | Publica |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 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 |
