2001 Toyota Corolla vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2001 Toyota Corolla is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1974 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Corolla. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 220 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Corolla | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Corolla | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2340 mm |
