1980 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2011 Volvo C30
To start off, 2011 Volvo C30 is newer by 31 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. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo C30 weights approximately 476 kg more than 1980 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, 2011 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Sprinter | 2011 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Sprinter | C30 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2639 mm |
