2004 Acura TL vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Acura TL is newer by 30 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura TL weights approximately 713 kg more than 1974 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, 2004 Acura TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | TL | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |
