2008 Honda HR-V vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 562 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 Honda HR-V (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda HR-V | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | HR-V | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2340 mm |
