1978 Toyota Publica vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 34 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 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 777 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Toyota Publica | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Publica | Passat |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1400 cc |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4769 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2712 mm |