2008 Acura RDX vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2008 Acura RDX is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura RDX weights approximately 695 kg more than 1976 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, 2008 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RDX | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | RDX | Publica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
