1975 Opel Ascona vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1977 Toyota Publica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Opel Ascona (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Opel Ascona weights approximately 247 kg more than 1977 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, 1975 Opel Ascona (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1975 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Opel Ascona | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Ascona | Publica |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
