1978 Toyota Publica vs. 2012 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima is newer by 34 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 851 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, 2012 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Publica | 2012 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Publica | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3500 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2776 mm |
