1989 Renault 4 vs. 1973 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1989 Renault 4 is newer by 16 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 1,588 cc, 1973 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1989 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 170 kg more than 1989 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault 4 | 1973 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
