1974 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 23 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 1,588 cc, 1974 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 310 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Sprinter | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1332 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2470 mm |
