1975 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 33 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 495 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Sprinter | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | Golf |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1895 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2590 mm |
