1975 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1980 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 5 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 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (115 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 229 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, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (167 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1980 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Sprinter | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | Passat |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1994 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2560 mm |
