1974 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 34 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 995 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, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Sprinter | 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2792 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2850 mm |
