1993 Ford Sierra vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1993 Ford Sierra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Sierra (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Sierra weights approximately 415 kg more than 1978 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, 1993 Ford Sierra (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Sierra | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Publica |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |
