2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1970 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 39 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 1205 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 1970 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Nitro | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |
