2008 Kia Sedona vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Kia Sedona is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sedona (142 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sedona weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Toyota Sprinter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Toyota Sprinter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sedona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sedona (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sedona | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sedona | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2340 mm |
