2006 Saturn ION vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn ION (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 689 kg more than 1971 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 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saturn ION | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | ION | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1444 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
