1978 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2000 Volkswagen AAC
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen AAC is newer by 22 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen AAC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (309 HP) has 249 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen AAC should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen AAC weights approximately 534 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, 2000 Volkswagen AAC (765 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 668 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen AAC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Sprinter | 2000 Volkswagen AAC | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | AAC |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 4921 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 309 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 765 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3310 mm |
