1974 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 39 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (155 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 463 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, 2013 Mazda 3 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Sprinter | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Sprinter | 3 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1303 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |
