1979 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1987 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1987 Toyota Crown is newer by 8 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), 1987 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Crown (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Crown weights approximately 297 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, 1987 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Sprinter | 1987 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Crown |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
