2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1961 Toyota Publica

To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (269 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1710 kg more than 1961 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (450 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 1961 Toyota Publica
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Tahoe Publica
Year Released 2000 1961
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5327 cc 696 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 269 HP 29 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4300 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 54 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 2290 kg 580 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 3530 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1420 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2140 mm


 

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