2000 Toyota Hi-Ace vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace (89 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 960 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 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Hi-Ace | Publica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2444 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1320 mm |
