1978 Toyota Publica vs. 2011 Mitsubishi RVR
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi RVR 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi RVR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi RVR (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi RVR should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi RVR weights approximately 620 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 Mitsubishi RVR (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi RVR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Publica | 2011 Mitsubishi RVR | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Publica | RVR |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2670 mm |
