1993 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 830 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 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan 300 ZX | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | 300 ZX | Publica |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |
