2003 Acura MDX vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2003 Acura MDX is newer by 29 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura MDX weights approximately 1215 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, 2003 Acura MDX (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura MDX | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | MDX | Publica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
