1978 Toyota Publica vs. 2003 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2003 Pontiac Aztek is newer by 25 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Aztek is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Aztek (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Aztek should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 1075 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, 2003 Pontiac Aztek (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Aztek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Publica | 2003 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Toyota | Pontiac |
| Model | Publica | Aztek |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3392 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2760 mm |
