1990 Audi V8 vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1990 Audi V8 is newer by 12 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 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi V8 weights approximately 1035 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, 1990 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Audi V8 | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | V8 | Publica |
Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |