1977 Toyota Publica vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 33 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 594 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, 2010 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Publica | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Publica | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1349 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2685 mm |
