1974 Toyota Publica vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 924 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 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Publica | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Publica | S80 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 2922 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2780 mm |
