1991 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1970 Toyota Publica

To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 815 kg more than 1970 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Publica.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Chevrolet Camaro 1970 Toyota Publica
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Camaro Publica
Year Released 1991 1970
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5001 cc 789 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 210 HP 38 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 387 Nm 62 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1490 kg 675 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 3680 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2170 mm


 

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