1978 Toyota Publica vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 24 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 775 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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Publica | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Publica | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2198 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |
