1977 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1977 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Corona weights approximately 335 kg more than 1977 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Toyota Corona (162 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Sprinter | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Corona |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2189 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
