1992 Buick Regal vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1992 Buick Regal is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,844 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Regal (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Regal weights approximately 585 kg more than 1974 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, 1992 Buick Regal (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick Regal | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Regal | Publica |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2844 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2270 mm |
