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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (75 HP) has 15 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 350 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 (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 43 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 | 1896 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
