1971 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (73 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota Sprinter | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
