1987 Mazda MX-6 vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1987 Mazda MX-6 is newer by 13 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 2,182 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda MX-6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda MX-6 (145 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda MX-6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda MX-6 weights approximately 483 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, 1987 Mazda MX-6 (257 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda MX-6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda MX-6 | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | MX-6 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2182 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1238 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
