1973 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. (64 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 20 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Sprinter | 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1715 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
