1978 Toyota Publica vs. 2001 Toyota Sienna

To start off, 2001 Toyota Sienna is newer by 23 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Sienna (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 950 kg more than 1978 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, 2001 Toyota Sienna (280 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Toyota Publica 2001 Toyota Sienna
Make Toyota Toyota
Model Publica Sienna
Year Released 1978 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1166 cc 2982 cc
Horse Power 63 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 95 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 755 kg 1705 kg
Vehicle Length 3800 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2910 mm


 

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