1983 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 611 kg more than 1983 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, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (218 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Sprinter | 2012 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Sprinter | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2500 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2751 mm |
