1978 Toyota Publica vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 26 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 581 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, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Publica | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Publica | Golf |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1895 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |
