1985 Holden Commodore vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1985 Holden Commodore is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Holden Commodore (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Commodore weights approximately 465 kg more than 1978 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 Holden Commodore (232 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Commodore | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Commodore | Publica |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2270 mm |
