1978 Toyota Publica vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1969 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 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Publica | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Toyota | Ford |
| Model | Publica | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 6200 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 411 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 2724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5603 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2192 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1994 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3386 mm |
