1976 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC70 is newer by 31 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 2,501 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 802 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, 2007 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Toyota Sprinter | 2007 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Sprinter | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2501 cc |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2770 mm |
