1978 Toyota Publica vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 936 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 Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram 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 Ram | |
| Make | Toyota | Dodge |
| Model | Publica | Ram |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 5654 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3560 mm |
