2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1839 kg more than 1961 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 Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Tahoe | Publica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2140 mm |
