1984 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 265 kg more than 1984 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, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Sprinter | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | Golf |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1593 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
