1995 Lincoln Continental vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1995 Lincoln Continental 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 995 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 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lincoln Continental | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Lincoln | Toyota |
Model | Continental | Publica |
Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2270 mm |