1975 Toyota Publica vs. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 12 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 631 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, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Publica | 1987 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Publica | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 2969 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2740 mm |
