1999 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 21 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1140 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, 1999 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Astro | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Astro | Publica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
