1976 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 32 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (118 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 1020 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Toyota Sprinter | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1165 cc | 2494 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3090 mm |
