1974 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 31 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (149 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 534 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Sprinter | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | Passat |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1781 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 149 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
