1985 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1985 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 11 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 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Cadillac DeVille (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 785 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, 1985 Cadillac DeVille (272 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Cadillac DeVille | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | DeVille | Publica |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4087 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2270 mm |
