1982 Toyota Tercel vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1982 Toyota Tercel is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Tercel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Tercel (70 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Tercel should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 60 kg more than 1982 Toyota Tercel.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Tercel (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Tercel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Tercel | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Tercel | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |
