1979 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1998 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1998 Toyota Celica is newer by 19 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 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Celica weights approximately 120 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, 1998 Toyota Celica (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Celica |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1762 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
