2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1966 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,630 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 2135 kg more than 1966 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (641 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 587 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 1966 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Range Rover | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3630 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 641 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2717 kg | 582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 70 L |
