1972 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 41 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), 2013 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 704 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Sprinter | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Sprinter | C30 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2640 mm |
