1972 Toyota Corona vs. 1978 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1978 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corona (96 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Corona weights approximately 370 kg more than 1978 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, 1972 Toyota Corona (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Corona | 1978 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corona | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2380 mm |
