1975 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 37 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 586 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Toyota Sprinter | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Sprinter | Passat |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1400 cc |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4769 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2712 mm |