2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1923 kg more than 1973 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 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Escalade | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2270 mm |
