1972 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1972 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1965 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Toyota Crown weights approximately 619 kg more than 1972 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, 1965 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1965 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Sprinter | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Crown |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2599 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2750 mm |
