2009 GMC Acadia vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 GMC Acadia (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Acadia | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2140 mm |
