1974 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 38 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 1026 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Sprinter | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Sprinter | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3010 mm |
