2009 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | ML | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2270 mm |
