1974 Toyota Publica vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2004 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 1087 kg more than 1974 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, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Publica | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Publica | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 2488 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2630 mm |
