1972 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1970 Volvo 145
To start off, 1972 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volvo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volvo 145 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volvo 145 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volvo 145 weights approximately 534 kg more than 1972 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, 1970 Volvo 145 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Volvo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Sprinter | 1970 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Sprinter | 145 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1778 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2620 mm |
