2009 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 440 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1561 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (630 Nm @ 520 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 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 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | ML | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 520 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2270 mm |
