2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 1973 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Defender | 1973 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Defender | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 98 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2340 mm |
