1976 Renault 20 vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1980 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 20 would be higher. At 1,645 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 20 (97 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 20 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 20 weights approximately 281 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 20. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 20 | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 20 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1645 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
