2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica 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 212 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 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 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Lucerne | Publica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2270 mm |
