1978 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1996 Volvo S80
To start off, 1996 Volvo S80 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo S80 (268 HP) has 208 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo S80 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1978 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, 1996 Volvo S80 (380 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm). This means 1996 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Sprinter | 1996 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Sprinter | S80 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2978 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2800 mm |
