1975 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 32 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (149 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 705 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, 2007 Toyota Avensis (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Sprinter | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2231 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
