1978 Toyota Publica vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 35 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 1310 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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Publica | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Publica | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3471 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1808 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3100 mm |
