1974 Toyota Publica vs. 1996 Volvo V40
To start off, 1996 Volvo V40 is newer by 22 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo V40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V40 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V40 weights approximately 485 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, 1996 Volvo V40 (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo V40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Publica | 1996 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Publica | V40 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2570 mm |
