2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 32 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 3,879 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (224 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Buick Lucerne (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 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 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Lucerne | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3879 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
