1973 Toyota Publica vs. 1980 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1980 ZIL 4104 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2580 kg more than 1973 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, 1980 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1980 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Publica | 1980 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Toyota | ZIL |
| Model | Publica | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1165 cc | 7695 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3340 mm |
