1975 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, 2007 Volvo C30 is newer by 32 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C30 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C30 weights approximately 673 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, 2007 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Sprinter | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Sprinter | C30 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2521 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2650 mm |
