2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
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 Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 862 kg more than 1973 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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Lucerne | Publica |
Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1165 cc |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2270 mm |