1973 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. Both 1973 Toyota Sprinter and 2002 Toyota Corolla are equipped with a 1,588 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 250 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Sprinter | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |
