2008 GMC Acadia vs. 1963 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1855 kg more than 1963 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 1963 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Acadia | Publica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |
