1984 Buick Electra vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1984 Buick Electra is newer by 10 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 4,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Electra (123 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 850 kg more than 1974 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, 1984 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Electra | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Electra | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4127 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2380 mm |
