1974 Toyota Publica vs. 1981 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1981 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volkswagen Golf (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 430 kg more than 1974 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, 1981 Volkswagen Golf (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1981 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Publica | 1981 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Publica | Golf |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1781 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2480 mm |
