1995 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1995 Jeep Cherokee 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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 805 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 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Jeep Cherokee | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Cherokee | Publica |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2270 mm |
