1975 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1963 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1535 kg more than 1963 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Toyota Publica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1963 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Toronado | Publica |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 75 L |
