1973 Buick Riviera vs. 1962 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1973 Buick Riviera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1962 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Riviera | 1962 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Riviera | Publica |
Year Released | 1973 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |