1976 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1975 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1976 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Passat (85 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 60 kg more than 1976 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, 1975 Volkswagen Passat (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Toyota Sprinter | 1975 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | Passat |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1165 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2480 mm |
