1976 Toyota Publica vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 35 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1747 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Toyota Publica | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Publica | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 5400 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 2502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3023 mm |
