1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Publica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (109 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer weights approximately 975 kg more than 1978 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, 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Wagoneer | Publica |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2270 mm |
