2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1978 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 Ford F-150 (342 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford F-150 | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | F-150 | Publica |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2270 mm |