1989 Audi 90 vs. 1972 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1989 Audi 90 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,993 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 90 (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 90 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1972 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Audi 90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 90 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Audi 90 (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 90 | 1972 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | 90 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2170 mm |
