1978 Toyota Publica vs. 2010 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2010 Nissan Quest 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Quest weights approximately 799 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 Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Quest 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 Quest | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Publica | Quest |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3494 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3160 mm |
