1979 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 10 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 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Sprinter | 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3431 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
