1999 Mazda MPV vs. 1973 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1999 Mazda MPV is newer by 26 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda MPV (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda MPV weights approximately 855 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, 1999 Mazda MPV (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda MPV | 1973 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | MPV | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2340 mm |
