1972 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1972 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corona (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Corona weights approximately 149 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, 1970 Toyota Corona (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Sprinter | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Corona |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1490 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2440 mm |
