1974 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1999 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Toyota Corolla is newer by 25 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, 1999 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 225 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, 1974 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Sprinter | 1999 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1587 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2470 mm |
