1997 Toyota Corolla vs. 1970 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 525 kg more than 1970 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 Toyota Corolla (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Corolla | 1970 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
