1976 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 is newer by 34 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 5 weights approximately 687 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, 2010 Mazda 5 (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Toyota Sprinter | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Sprinter | 5 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2300 cc |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2751 mm |
