2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 1782 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 Dodge Nitro (360 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Nitro | Publica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |