1977 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1999 Volvo S80
To start off, 1999 Volvo S80 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 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo S80 (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo S80 weights approximately 660 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 Volvo S80 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Sprinter | 1999 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Sprinter | S80 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1984 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2800 mm |
