1974 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tundra is newer by 30 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 965 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, 2004 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Sprinter | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3400 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3270 mm |
