2000 Oldsmobile SS vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2000 Oldsmobile SS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Oldsmobile SS (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Oldsmobile SS | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | SS | Publica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
