1975 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2011 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 36 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), 2011 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Caddy (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 500 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, 2011 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Sprinter | 2011 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1896 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2690 mm |
