1995 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1995 Jeep Wrangler 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 2,459 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jeep Wrangler (105 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 565 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 Wrangler (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Jeep Wrangler | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Wrangler | Publica |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2459 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2270 mm |
