1975 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 1,984 cc, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP) has 201 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 452 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 Scirocco (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 Scirocco | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1984 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 261 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1404 mm |
