2005 Acura MDX vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 1264 kg more than 1975 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, 2005 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | MDX | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
