1978 Toyota Publica vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 31 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1552 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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Toyota Publica | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Publica | T5 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2459 cc |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3010 mm |