1974 Ford Maverick vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Publica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Maverick (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Maverick weights approximately 460 kg more than 1978 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, 1974 Ford Maverick (179 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Maverick | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Maverick | Publica |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2270 mm |
