1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (110 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 800 kg more than 1974 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, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (252 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Camaro | Publica |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2270 mm |
