1974 Toyota Publica vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 is newer by 32 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 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S40 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S40 weights approximately 870 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, 2006 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Publica | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Publica | S40 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 2522 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2650 mm |
