1972 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux is newer by 37 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 774 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, 2009 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Sprinter | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2493 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3090 mm |
