1997 Peugeot 605 vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 605 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 605 (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1974 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, 1997 Peugeot 605 (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot 605 | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 605 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2340 mm |
