1989 Audi 100 vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,307 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1975 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, 1989 Audi 100 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 100 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2270 mm |
