1981 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1976 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, 1981 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1981 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 De Tomaso Deauville | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Toyota |
| Model | Deauville | Publica |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |
