1976 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP) has 137 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 640 kg more than 1976 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Toyota Sprinter | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Cresta |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1165 cc | 2491 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2740 mm |
