1998 Toyota Corolla vs. 1970 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1998 Toyota Corolla is newer by 28 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Corolla (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 405 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, 1998 Toyota Corolla (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Corolla | 1970 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
