1977 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 33 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP) has 177 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1475 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, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Sprinter | 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3000 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3001 mm |
