1979 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1997 Xedos 6
To start off, 1997 Xedos 6 is newer by 18 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Xedos 6 (106 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Xedos 6 weights approximately 294 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, 1997 Xedos 6 (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Sprinter | 1997 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Toyota | Xedos |
| Model | Sprinter | 6 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1596 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
