2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 31 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 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1033 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Escalade | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6160 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2270 mm |
