1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 16 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 759 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Publica |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2270 mm |
