1978 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (154 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1978 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, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (299 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Sprinter | 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3956 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 154 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2860 mm |
