1972 Toyota Publica vs. 2010 Ford Edge
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Edge (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 1695 kg more than 1972 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Ford Edge (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Toyota Publica | 2010 Ford Edge | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Publica | Edge |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 790 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 62 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 2370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2093 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3505 mm |