1984 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 28 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 390 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, 2012 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Sprinter | 2012 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sprinter | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1896 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
