1996 Dodge Dakota vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1996 Dodge Dakota is newer by 24 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 665 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, 1996 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Dakota | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Dakota | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1586 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2340 mm |
