1975 Volkswagen SP2 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 895 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (271 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | 2000 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | SP2 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1677 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |
