1995 Ford Escort vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 17 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 380 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, 1995 Ford Escort (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Escort | Publica |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
