1975 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Sprinter (60 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 24 kg more than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Toyota Sprinter (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Sprinter | 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1469 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
