1974 Toyota Publica vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1308 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 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Publica | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Publica | Quest |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 3500 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 2063 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3000 mm |
