2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 805 kg more than 1977 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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | BLS | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2270 mm |
