2005 Honda CR-V vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V 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 2,202 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 745 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 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda CR-V | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | CR-V | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2202 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
