1974 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2002 Volvo S60 is newer by 28 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo S60 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo S60 weights approximately 685 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, 2002 Volvo S60 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Sprinter | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Sprinter | S60 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2435 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2720 mm |
