1973 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 32 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 190 kg more than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (115 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Sprinter | 2005 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1786 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2330 mm |
