1974 Toyota Publica vs. 1996 Volvo V70
To start off, 1996 Volvo V70 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 2,383 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V70 (193 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V70 weights approximately 649 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 V70 (275 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo V70 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 V70 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Publica | V70 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1164 cc | 2383 cc |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2670 mm |