2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Dodge Stratus is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Stratus (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 699 kg more than 1976 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 Dodge Stratus (278 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Stratus | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2270 mm |
