1999 Plymouth Prowler vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1999 Plymouth Prowler 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Plymouth Prowler weights approximately 560 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 Plymouth Prowler (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Plymouth Prowler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Plymouth Prowler | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
| Model | Prowler | Publica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2270 mm |
