2000 Acura RL vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2000 Acura RL is newer by 22 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura RL weights approximately 920 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, 2000 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura RL | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | RL | Publica |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2270 mm |