2004 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1972 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2004 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 1037 kg more than 1972 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Thunderbird | 1972 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Thunderbird | Publica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2170 mm |
