1974 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 24 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (133 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 522 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Sprinter | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 133 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2590 mm |
