1974 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1974 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1974 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 15 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (102 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Sprinter | 1970 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1493 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2430 mm |
