1998 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 22 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (232 HP) has 172 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1470 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
