1974 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1999 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1999 Toyota Paseo 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Paseo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Paseo (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Paseo weights approximately 165 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, 1999 Toyota Paseo (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Paseo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Sprinter | 1999 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Paseo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1496 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2390 mm |
