1991 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina (198 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 775 kg more than 1976 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 Lumina (291 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Lumina | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Lumina | Publica |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3352 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2270 mm |
