2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 862 kg more than 1976 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Lucerne | Publica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1164 cc |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2270 mm |