2009 Saturn Aura vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Saturn Aura is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,382 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Aura (167 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Aura weights approximately 574 kg more than 1971 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 Saturn Aura (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saturn Aura | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | Aura | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2382 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2340 mm |
