1989 Toyota Carina vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1989 Toyota Carina is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1976 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Sprinter (99 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Carina weights approximately 130 kg more than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Toyota Carina | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Carina | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
