2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2001 Cadillac XLR 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac XLR (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 899 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 Cadillac XLR (401 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac XLR | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | XLR | Publica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2270 mm |
