1973 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 40 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), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1849 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5700 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 2714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3100 mm |
