1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1976 Toyota Publica is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1976 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, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 617 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac DeVille | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | DeVille | Publica |
Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1164 cc |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2270 mm |