1972 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 40 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 800 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Sprinter | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sprinter | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2760 mm |
