1972 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1269 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 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Sprinter | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3500 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 2025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1791 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3030 mm |
