2008 Cadillac DTS vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2008 Cadillac DTS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 883 kg more than 1974 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 Cadillac DTS (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac DTS | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | DTS | Publica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2270 mm |
