2009 Renault Scenic vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2009 Renault Scenic 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Scenic (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Scenic weights approximately 460 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 Renault Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Scenic | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Scenic | Publica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2270 mm |
