2002 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1977 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2002 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica 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 162 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 869 kg more than 1977 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Celica 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 1977 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Buick Rendezvous, 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, 2002 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick Rendezvous | 1977 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Rendezvous | Celica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1839 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2430 mm |
