2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter 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) has 137 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 771 kg more than 1975 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 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Lucerne | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2380 mm |
