1987 Saab 9000 vs. 1973 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1987 Saab 9000 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Saab 9000 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1973 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 Saab 9000 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1987 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Saab 9000 | 1973 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 9000 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |
