2009 Toyota Yaris vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1976 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 465 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Yaris | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Yaris | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
