2008 Land Rover LR2 vs. 1972 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2008 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Publica.
Because 2008 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 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 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover LR2 | 1972 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
| Model | LR2 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2170 mm |
