1996 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1978 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1996 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP) has 66 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1978 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 Toyota RAV4 (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota RAV4 | 1978 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | RAV4 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2380 mm |
