2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 1191 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Lucerne | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2340 mm |