1974 Toyota Publica vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1647 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 Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan 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 Titan | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Publica | Titan |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 5551 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 2402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 4060 mm |
