1972 Ford Gran Torino 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 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 1103 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 Ford Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Gran Torino | Publica |
Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1164 cc |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2270 mm |