2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford E-350 weights approximately 211 kg more than 1973 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 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-350 | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | E-350 | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2270 mm |
