1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue is newer by 20 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 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 805 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue (311 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
Model | Intrigue | Publica |
Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3455 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2270 mm |