1973 Toyota Publica vs. 1994 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1994 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 21 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota RAV4 (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 365 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, 1994 Toyota RAV4 (175 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Publica | 1994 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Publica | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1165 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2210 mm |
