1984 Daimler 4.2 vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1984 Daimler 4.2 is newer by 9 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 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Daimler 4.2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daimler 4.2 (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daimler 4.2 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daimler 4.2 weights approximately 1075 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, 1984 Daimler 4.2 (314 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1984 Daimler 4.2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daimler 4.2 | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Daimler | Toyota |
| Model | 4.2 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2270 mm |
