1974 Toyota Publica vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 29 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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 793 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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Publica | Golf |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 3196 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2470 mm |
