1974 Toyota Publica vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 37 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Publica | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Publica | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2604 mm |
