2005 Infiniti M vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 985 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 Infiniti M (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti M | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
Model | M | Publica |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2270 mm |