2009 Nissan Maxima vs. 1973 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Nissan Maxima is newer by 36 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 752 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, 2009 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Maxima | 1973 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Maxima | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2340 mm |
