1977 Toyota Publica vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1501 kg more than 1977 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Publica | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Publica | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3000 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2893 mm |
