1979 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1988 Volvo 760
To start off, 1988 Volvo 760 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 760 (165 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 760 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1979 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, 1988 Volvo 760 (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Sprinter | 1988 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Sprinter | 760 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2849 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
