2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica 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 109 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 437 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Lucerne | Celica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3879 cc | 2563 cc |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2640 mm |