1970 Toyota Publica vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (344 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1575 kg more than 1970 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Toyota Publica | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Publica | Touareg |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 789 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 344 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 62 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2860 mm |