1974 Toyota Publica vs. 2005 Toyota Windom
To start off, 2005 Toyota Windom is newer by 31 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Windom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Windom (212 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Windom should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Windom weights approximately 775 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, 2005 Toyota Windom (294 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Windom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Publica | 2005 Toyota Windom | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Publica | Windom |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 2993 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2730 mm |
