1978 Toyota Publica vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 31 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 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 319 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Publica | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Publica | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3998 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2610 mm |
