1992 Rover 400 vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1992 Rover 400 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1992 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 400 weights approximately 311 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Rover 400 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rover 400 | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 400 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2340 mm |
