1975 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2010 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 35 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 1,588 cc, 1975 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 640 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, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Sprinter | 2010 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | Eos |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1400 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4423 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2578 mm |
