1995 Porsche 993 vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1995 Porsche 993 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 993 weights approximately 664 kg more than 1972 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, 1995 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 993 | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 993 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2340 mm |
