1974 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 33 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (155 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 600 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Sprinter | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2362 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2720 mm |
