1999 Toyota Avensis vs. 1973 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1999 Toyota Avensis 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Avensis (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 530 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 Toyota Avensis (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Avensis | 1973 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Avensis | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
