2008 Lexus IS vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Lexus IS 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus IS weights approximately 985 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Lexus IS (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus IS | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | IS | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2340 mm |
