1983 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1983 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,705 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corona (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 5 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corona.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Sprinter | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Corona |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1705 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |
