1974 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 37 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 1,984 cc, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 433 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, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Sprinter | 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1984 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1404 mm |
