1998 Buick Signia vs. 1973 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1998 Buick Signia is newer by 25 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Signia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Signia (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 875 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, 1998 Buick Signia (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Signia | 1973 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Signia | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2340 mm |