1978 Toyota Publica vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 27 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 679 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, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Toyota Publica | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Publica | Bora |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1982 cc |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2520 mm |