2000 Audi S8 vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2000 Audi S8 is newer by 23 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 995 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, 2000 Audi S8 (583 Nm) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | S8 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
