2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1971 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1191 kg more than 1971 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Toyota Publica 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 1971 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (315 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Publica. (63 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1971 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Rendezvous | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2170 mm |
