2008 Dodge Nitro vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 605 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 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Nitro | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Nitro | Publica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |
