1979 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 26 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 710 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, 2005 Toyota Highlander (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Sprinter | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2360 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
