1988 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1988 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Hyundai Sonata (110 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 462 kg more than 1975 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, 1988 Hyundai Sonata (193 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Hyundai Sonata | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Sonata | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1217 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
