1975 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 37 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1553 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Sprinter | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Toyota | Dodge |
| Model | Sprinter | Ram |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5700 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 2418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3569 mm |
