1977 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 27 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 660 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, 2004 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Sprinter | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Toyota | Rover |
| Model | Sprinter | 75 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2496 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2750 mm |
