2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 27 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 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1510 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, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Publica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2620 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2270 mm |
