1983 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1983 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 2 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1983 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Sprinter | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Sprinter | 2 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1349 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2489 mm |
