1975 Toyota Publica vs. 1984 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 1984 Triumph Acclaim is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Triumph Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Triumph Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Triumph Acclaim weights approximately 55 kg more than 1975 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, 1984 Triumph Acclaim (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1984 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Publica | 1984 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Publica | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 2213 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2330 mm |
