2001 Acura TL vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2001 Acura TL is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura TL weights approximately 820 kg more than 1976 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, 2001 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura TL | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | TL | Publica |
Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1164 cc |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2270 mm |