2005 Mazda 6 vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1975 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |
