1974 Toyota Publica vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 733 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 V50 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 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 V50 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Publica | V50 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2650 mm |
