2005 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,354 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Venture (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 920 kg more than 1977 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 Chevrolet Venture (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Venture | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Venture | Publica |
Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3354 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2270 mm |