1988 Dodge 600 vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1988 Dodge 600 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge 600 (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge 600 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1976 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, 1988 Dodge 600 (159 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge 600 | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
