2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1970 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 34 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1806 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1970 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Express | Publica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2170 mm |
