2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CLK | Publica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2270 mm |
