1976 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Publica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 830 kg more than 1978 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, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Camaro | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Camaro | Publica |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
