1996 Nissan Stagea vs. 1973 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1996 Nissan Stagea is newer by 23 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 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Stagea (187 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Stagea should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Stagea weights approximately 761 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, 1996 Nissan Stagea (234 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Stagea | 1973 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Stagea | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
