2003 Acura EL vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2003 Acura EL is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura EL weights approximately 425 kg more than 1975 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, 2003 Acura EL (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura EL | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | EL | Publica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
