1991 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 16 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 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1015 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, 1991 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Caprice | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Caprice | Publica |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2270 mm |
