1976 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 35 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 713 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, 2011 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Toyota Sprinter | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Sprinter | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3700 cc |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2550 mm |
