2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1970 Toyota Sprinter

To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 343 kg more than 1970 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sprinter.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 1970 Toyota Sprinter
Make Mazda Toyota
Model MX-5 Miata Sprinter
Year Released 2008 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1166 cc
Horse Power 158 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 6700 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 188 Nm 96 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 75.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 66 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1098 kg 755 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 2340 mm


 

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