1983 Dodge Daytona vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1983 Dodge Daytona is newer by 8 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 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Dodge Daytona (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 380 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, 1983 Dodge Daytona (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Daytona | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Daytona | Publica |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2270 mm |
