2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,879 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 1037 kg more than 1961 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Lucerne | Publica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3879 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2140 mm |