2004 Rover 75 vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 32 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 695 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, 2004 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 75 | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 75 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1586 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |
