1976 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (238 HP) has 178 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 708 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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Toyota Sprinter | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | Golf |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1165 cc | 3196 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 238 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
