1985 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 595 kg more than 1976 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, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX (235 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan 300 ZX | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | 300 ZX | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2340 mm |
