1977 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1992 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 370 kg more than 1977 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, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1992 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Sprinter | 1992 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Sprinter | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2740 mm |
