1972 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 38 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 709 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Sprinter | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2578 mm |
