1988 Opel Vectra vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra 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 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 365 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Opel Vectra (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Vectra | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Publica |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
