1998 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1970 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1970 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML (391 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1970 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | ML | Publica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4266 cc | 789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2170 mm |
