2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 1970 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Lucerne (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Carina. (115 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 1101 kg more than 1970 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Carina 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 1970 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Carina. (149 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Carina. 2007 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 1970 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1970 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Lucerne | 1970 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Lucerne | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2430 mm |