1973 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2009 Volvo S40
To start off, 2009 Volvo S40 is newer by 36 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S40 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S40 weights approximately 474 kg more than 1973 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, 2009 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Sprinter | 2009 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Sprinter | S40 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2521 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1339 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2650 mm |
