1998 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 940 kg more than 1974 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 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Pontiac Trans Sport | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Trans Sport | Publica |
Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2258 cc | 1164 cc |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2270 mm |