1979 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1999 Saturn SC
To start off, 1999 Saturn SC is newer by 20 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Saturn SC (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Saturn SC weights approximately 70 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, 1999 Saturn SC (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Sprinter | 1999 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Toyota | Saturn |
| Model | Sprinter | SC |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1901 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
