1974 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 2010 kg more than 1974 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, 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Sprinter | 1995 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 4164 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3400 mm |
