1992 Dodge Spirit vs. 1973 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1992 Dodge Spirit is newer by 19 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 451 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, 1992 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Spirit | 1973 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Spirit | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
