1980 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1975 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1980 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1980 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Beetle. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 155 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Beetle. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Sprinter | 1975 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1285 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
