1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1977 Dodge Aspen is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 600 kg more than 1972 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, 1977 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1977 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Dodge Aspen | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Aspen | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1586 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
