2008 Nissan Tiida vs. 1973 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Nissan Tiida 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Tiida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Tiida (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Tiida should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Tiida weights approximately 413 kg more than 1973 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 Nissan Tiida (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Tiida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Tiida | 1973 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Tiida | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
