1978 Toyota Publica vs. 1998 Volvo V70
To start off, 1998 Volvo V70 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo V70 (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo V70 weights approximately 995 kg more than 1978 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, 1998 Volvo V70 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Toyota Publica | 1998 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Publica | V70 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2435 cc |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2660 mm |