2007 Lexus RX vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2007 Lexus RX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus RX (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus RX weights approximately 1154 kg more than 1972 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, 2007 Lexus RX (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus RX | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | RX | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
