1988 Honda Legend vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 643 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 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Legend | Publica |
Year Released | 1988 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1164 cc |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |