2006 Dodge Charger vs. 1964 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2006 Dodge Charger is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,522 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1763 kg more than 1964 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Charger | 1964 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Charger | Publica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3522 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
