2009 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 785 kg more than 1976 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Outlander | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2270 mm |
