2003 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 1399 kg more than 1977 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 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet SSR | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | SSR | Publica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2270 mm |
