1973 Toyota Publica vs. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 39 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1085 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, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Publica | 2012 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Publica | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1165 cc | 4601 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 369 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2920 mm |
