1982 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 381 kg more than 1982 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 Passat (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Sprinter | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | Passat |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3597 cc |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
