2004 Hyundai Trajet vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Trajet (171 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 935 kg more than 1978 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 Hyundai Trajet (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Trajet | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Trajet | Publica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2270 mm |
