1974 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1996 Volvo S40
To start off, 1996 Volvo S40 is newer by 22 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo S40 (104 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo S40 weights approximately 390 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, 1996 Volvo S40 (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Sprinter | 1996 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Sprinter | S40 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2560 mm |
