1978 Toyota Publica vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 29 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 635 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Toyota Publica | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Publica | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1995 cc |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2290 mm |