1999 Acura SLX vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1999 Acura SLX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura SLX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura SLX (225 HP) has 162 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura SLX should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura SLX weights approximately 820 kg more than 1977 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, 1999 Acura SLX (312 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm). This means 1999 Acura SLX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura SLX | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | SLX | Publica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1834 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2270 mm |
