2006 Land Rover Defender vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 32 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 645 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Defender | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
Model | Defender | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2340 mm |