1982 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1982 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Thunderbird (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 693 kg more than 1975 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, 1982 Ford Thunderbird (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Thunderbird | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Thunderbird | Publica |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
