2005 Toyota Highlander vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (148 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 839 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 Toyota Highlander (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Highlander | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Highlander | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2380 mm |
