2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 137 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 833 kg more than 1975 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, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LaCrosse | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | LaCrosse | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2270 mm |
