1974 Toyota Publica vs. 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 36 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1345 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, 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Publica | 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Toyota | Jeep |
| Model | Publica | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 3700 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2781 mm |
