2007 Toyota Hilux vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (101 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 690 kg more than 1976 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 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Hilux | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Hilux | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2380 mm |
