2001 Opel Vectra vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2001 Opel Vectra is newer by 27 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Vectra (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Vectra weights approximately 730 kg more than 1974 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 Opel Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Vectra | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Publica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |
