1971 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 41 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 2,000 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 1039 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota Sprinter | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2919 mm |
