1995 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1075 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SL | Publica |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2799 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
