1973 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 33 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. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 490 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Sprinter | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2688 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2790 mm |
