1976 Toyota Publica vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 33 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 575 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Toyota Publica | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Publica | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2570 mm |
