2008 GMC Yukon vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1861 kg more than 1978 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 GMC Yukon (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Yukon | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Yukon | Publica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2616 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2270 mm |
