1978 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,361 cc, 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (150 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 770 kg more than 1978 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, 2005 Toyota Camry (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Sprinter | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Camry |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2361 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1610 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2910 mm |
