1993 Renault Express vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1993 Renault Express is newer by 19 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 1,164 cc, 1974 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1993 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Express weights approximately 65 kg more than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Express. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Express | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Express | Publica |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2270 mm |
