2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1200 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 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Pilot | Publica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2270 mm |