2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Lucerne | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2340 mm |
