2004 Honda CR-V vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 763 kg more than 1976 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 Honda CR-V (220 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm). This means 2004 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda CR-V | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | CR-V | Publica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
