1969 Toyota Publica vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 947 kg more than 1969 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Toyota Publica | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Publica | V50 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 790 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 62 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |