2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1973 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1629 kg more than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1973 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Discovery | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 98 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2340 mm |
