2002 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1970 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2002 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1485 kg more than 1970 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche Cayenne | 1970 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Cayenne | Publica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3177 cc | 789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2170 mm |
