1974 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 33 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1301 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, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Sprinter | 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4172 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 2166 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3010 mm |
