1973 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 39 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1885 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Sprinter | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5700 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 2750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3099 mm |
