1974 Toyota Publica vs. 2009 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2009 Nissan Navara 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1277 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 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Publica | 2009 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Publica | Navara |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 2488 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3210 mm |
