1979 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 26 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 645 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Sprinter | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Sprinter | V70 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2401 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
