2004 Toyota Highlander vs. 1971 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 2004 Toyota Highlander is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 895 kg more than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Toyota Highlander (329 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. (91 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Highlander | 1971 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Highlander | Firenza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
