1978 Toyota Publica vs. 2007 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sienna 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 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Publica | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3455 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3040 mm |
