1979 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 29 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 309 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Toyota Sprinter 2008 Volkswagen Golf
Make Toyota Volkswagen
Model Sprinter Golf
Year Released 1979 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1588 cc 1984 cc
Horse Power 93 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Vehicle Weight 975 kg 1284 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2520 mm


 

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