2006 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1699 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 GL (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | GL | Publica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2270 mm |
