1983 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1975 Volvo 260
To start off, 1983 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 260 (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volvo 260 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1983 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, 1975 Volvo 260 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Sprinter | 1975 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Sprinter | 260 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2664 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
