1978 Toyota Publica vs. 1984 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1984 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Vauxhall Astra. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1984 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 85 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Vauxhall Astra. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Publica | 1984 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Publica | Astra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1196 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2520 mm |
