2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
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 Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter 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) has 167 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 771 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Lucerne | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 321 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 846 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2380 mm |