1990 Holden Commodore vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1990 Holden Commodore is newer by 15 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Commodore weights approximately 555 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, 1990 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Holden Commodore | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Commodore | Publica |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2270 mm |
