1978 Toyota Publica vs. 2010 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2010 GMC Acadia is newer by 32 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1387 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, 2010 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Publica | 2010 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Toyota | GMC |
| Model | Publica | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3600 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 2142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3020 mm |
