1986 Toyota Celica vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1986 Toyota Celica is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Celica (123 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Celica weights approximately 335 kg more than 1971 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 Toyota Celica (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Toyota Celica | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Celica | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2340 mm |
