2007 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1966 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1863 kg more than 1966 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1966 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Publica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |
