2002 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 970 kg more than 1975 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 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Aurora | Publica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2270 mm |
