1975 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Carina is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Carina (106 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Carina weights approximately 314 kg more than 1975 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, 1998 Toyota Carina (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Sprinter | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Carina |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1762 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2590 mm |
