1978 Toyota Publica vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 33 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1782 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, 2011 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Toyota Publica | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Toyota | Dodge |
Model | Publica | Dakota |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3701 cc |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3340 mm |