2009 GMC Acadia vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1680 kg more than 1974 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 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Acadia | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2270 mm |
