1984 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 19 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle (113 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 425 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, 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle (165 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Sprinter | 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1983 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
