2008 Jeep Liberty vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2008 Jeep Liberty 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 1223 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 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Liberty | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | Liberty | Publica |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1166 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 | 1978 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2270 mm |