1980 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1988 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. Both 1980 Toyota Sprinter and 1988 Volkswagen Passat are equipped with a 1,588 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1988 Volkswagen Passat. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1988 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 240 kg more than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 150 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Sprinter | 1988 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | Passat |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1215 kg |
