2004 GMC Sonoma vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2004 GMC Sonoma is newer by 30 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sonoma (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 715 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, 2004 GMC Sonoma (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Sonoma | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Sonoma | Publica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2270 mm |
