1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 865 kg more than 1976 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Publica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
