1972 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1974 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen 1302 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,586 cc, 1972 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 115 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen 1302. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen 1302. (85 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Sprinter | 1974 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | 1302 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1192 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
