2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 506 kg more than 1973 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 Chevrolet Express (507 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Express | Publica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 507 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2270 mm |
