1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 19 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 955 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, 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Publica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2270 mm |
