1978 Toyota Publica vs. 2010 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2010 Nissan Armada 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1766 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 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Publica | 2010 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Publica | Armada |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 5600 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 2521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3129 mm |
