1989 Lexus LS vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1989 Lexus LS is newer by 14 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 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lexus LS weights approximately 1063 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, 1989 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lexus LS | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | LS | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2340 mm |
