1986 Hyundai Excel vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1986 Hyundai Excel is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Hyundai Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Hyundai Excel (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Hyundai Excel should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Hyundai Excel weights approximately 219 kg more than 1972 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, 1986 Hyundai Excel (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Hyundai Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Hyundai Excel | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Excel | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2340 mm |
