1972 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1986 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1986 Toyota Corolla is newer by 14 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Corolla (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 174 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, 1986 Toyota Corolla (103 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Sprinter | 1986 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1295 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
