1974 Toyota Publica vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 33 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 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (360 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (850 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 755 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Publica | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Publica | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 5000 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 850 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2860 mm |
