1979 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1986 Toyota Celica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Celica weights approximately 195 kg more than 1979 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, 1986 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Sprinter | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Celica |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
