1978 Toyota Publica vs. 2011 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2011 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 1037 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 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Publica | 2011 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Toyota | Jeep |
| Model | Publica | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3800 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1826 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2423 mm |
