1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1976 Ford Taunus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Taunus (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 280 kg more than 1974 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 Ford Taunus (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Taunus | Publica |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |
