1988 Lada Samara vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 10 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Samara (70 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada Samara weights approximately 165 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, 1988 Lada Samara (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Samara | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Lada | Toyota |
Model | Samara | Publica |
Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2270 mm |