1961 Toyota Publica vs. 1984 Volvo 740
To start off, 1984 Volvo 740 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 740 (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 740 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1961 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, 1984 Volvo 740 (186 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Toyota Publica | 1984 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Publica | 740 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2780 mm |
