1983 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 30 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 816 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Sprinter | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Sprinter | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3200 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2774 mm |
