1987 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1973 Toyota Publica

To start off, 1987 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Crown Victoria (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 945 kg more than 1973 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, 1987 Ford Crown Victoria (367 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Ford Crown Victoria 1973 Toyota Publica
Make Ford Toyota
Model Crown Victoria Publica
Year Released 1987 1973
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4942 cc 1165 cc
Horse Power 148 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 3200 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 367 Nm 95 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1700 kg 755 kg
Vehicle Length 5320 mm 3800 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1540 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2270 mm


 

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