2009 Lexus IS vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS is newer by 37 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 3,454 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus IS weights approximately 984 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, 2009 Lexus IS (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus IS | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | IS | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3454 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 |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2340 mm |
