1983 Toyota Camry vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1983 Toyota Camry is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Sprinter (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Camry. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Camry weights approximately 265 kg more than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Because 1971 Toyota Sprinter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Toyota Sprinter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Camry (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Toyota Camry | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Camry | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1983 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |