2005 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1655 kg more than 1976 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 Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2340 mm |
