2008 Rover 75 vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 75 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 618 kg more than 1972 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 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Rover 75 | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | 75 | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |