2001 Cadillac XLR vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2001 Cadillac XLR is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac XLR (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 898 kg more than 1972 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, 2001 Cadillac XLR (401 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac XLR | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | XLR | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2340 mm |
