1975 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 1997 Volvo S70 is newer by 22 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volvo S70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo S70 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S70 weights approximately 510 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, 1997 Volvo S70 (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Sprinter | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Sprinter | S70 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2460 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2670 mm |
