1987 Dodge Daytona vs. 1962 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1987 Dodge Daytona is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Dodge Daytona (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 640 kg more than 1962 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Toyota Publica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Dodge Daytona (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Daytona | 1962 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Daytona | Publica |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |
