1995 Mazda MX-3 vs. 1977 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1995 Mazda MX-3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda MX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda MX-3 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda MX-3 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda MX-3 weights approximately 194 kg more than 1977 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, 1977 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda MX-3. (134 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda MX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda MX-3 | 1977 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | MX-3 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1059 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
