2001 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1971 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Grand Am (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 755 kg more than 1971 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Toyota Publica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Grand Am, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Pontiac Grand Am (278 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Publica. (63 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Pontiac Grand Am | 1971 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Grand Am | Publica |
Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 63 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2170 mm |