2009 Pontiac Solstice vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,383 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac Solstice weights approximately 574 kg more than 1975 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 Pontiac Solstice (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Pontiac Solstice | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Solstice | Publica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2383 cc | 1164 cc |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2270 mm |