1974 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 22 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Carina (82 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 380 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, 1996 Toyota Carina (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Sprinter | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Carina |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1975 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 82 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
