1977 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (240 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 605 kg more than 1977 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Toyota Sprinter | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
Model | Sprinter | Golf |
Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3201 cc |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2520 mm |