1974 Toyota Publica vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 31 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 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (129 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 1519 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, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (335 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Publica | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Publica | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 2461 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3010 mm |
