1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 270 kg more than 1975 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 (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2340 mm |
