1974 Toyota Publica vs. 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 35 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 1180 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, 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Publica | 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Toyota | Chrysler |
| Model | Publica | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 2429 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3040 mm |
