1970 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1998 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1998 Toyota Avensis is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 450 kg more than 1970 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, 1998 Toyota Avensis (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Sprinter | 1998 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1762 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2640 mm |
