1976 Toyota Publica vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 36 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 808 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Toyota Publica | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Publica | Passat |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 3600 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1563 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4769 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2712 mm |
