1975 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1979 Volvo 260
To start off, 1979 Volvo 260 is newer by 4 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volvo 260 (146 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volvo 260 weights approximately 504 kg more than 1975 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, 1979 Volvo 260 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Sprinter | 1979 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Sprinter | 260 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2664 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 146 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
