1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 24 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata (112 HP) has 52 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 185 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, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata (124 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2380 mm |
