1997 Toyota Corolla vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,760 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 495 kg more than 1976 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 (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Corolla | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
