1977 Toyota Publica vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 705 kg more than 1977 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Publica | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Publica | Cresta |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2997 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2740 mm |
