2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 28 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 935 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CLK | Publica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2270 mm |
