2007 Saab 05-Sep vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2007 Saab 05-Sep 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 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 879 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 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Saab 05-Sep | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 05-Sep | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
