1972 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1984 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1984 Toyota Celica is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Celica weights approximately 409 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, 1984 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Sprinter | 1984 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Celica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2620 mm |
