1954 Buick 40 vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1976 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (141 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1976 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, 1954 Buick 40 (309 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | 40 | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1954 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4328 cc | 1165 cc |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 309 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2380 mm |