1975 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 34 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 1461 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Sprinter | 2009 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | Touran |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1896 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2680 mm |
