2006 Mazda 6 vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 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 2,262 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 631 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 Mazda 6 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |
