1979 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2003 Volvo S40
To start off, 2003 Volvo S40 is newer by 24 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo S40 (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo S40 weights approximately 450 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, 2003 Volvo S40 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Sprinter | 2003 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Sprinter | S40 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2435 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
