1974 Toyota Publica vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 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 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 779 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Publica | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Publica | S60 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 2520 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 207 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 | 1534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2720 mm |
