1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1976 Toyota Publica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 800 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, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Chevelle | Publica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2270 mm |
