1974 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1988 Volvo 240
To start off, 1988 Volvo 240 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 240 (96 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 240 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1974 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, 1988 Volvo 240 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Sprinter | 1988 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Sprinter | 240 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1986 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 96 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
