2002 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2002 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Rendezvous (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1084 kg more than 1973 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Rendezvous | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Rendezvous | Publica |
Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1165 cc |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1839 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2270 mm |