1978 Toyota Publica vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1966 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 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Publica | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Publica | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 5700 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 2721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3100 mm |
