2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 31 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1923 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, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Escalade | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 95 Nm |
| 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 |
