1991 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1970 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1991 Ford Thunderbird 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Thunderbird (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 1077 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 Ford Thunderbird (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Thunderbird | 1970 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Thunderbird | Publica |
Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2170 mm |