2008 Cadillac DTS vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Cadillac DTS is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac DTS (292 HP) has 232 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 792 kg more than 1975 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, 2008 Cadillac DTS (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac DTS | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | DTS | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2380 mm |
