2004 Saturn Vue vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2004 Saturn Vue is newer by 31 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saturn Vue (144 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saturn Vue weights approximately 690 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, 2004 Saturn Vue (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Saturn Vue | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Saturn | Toyota |
Model | Vue | Publica |
Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1165 cc |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |