1976 Toyota Publica vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1690 kg more than 1976 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Toyota Publica | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Publica | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 4664 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 2445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2860 mm |
