1983 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1983 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S40 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S40 weights approximately 409 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, 2007 Volvo S40 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Sprinter | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Sprinter | S40 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1560 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
