2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona 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 207 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Because 1978 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Lucerne | Corona |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
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 | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2530 mm |