1974 Toyota Publica vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 38 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1909 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, 2012 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Publica | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Toyota | GMC |
| Model | Publica | Savana |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 4800 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 2664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3429 mm |
