1976 Toyota Publica vs. 2002 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2002 Volvo XC90 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo XC90 (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 696 kg more than 1976 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, 2002 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Toyota Publica | 2002 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Publica | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 2519 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2860 mm |
