1979 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 914 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 Sienna (343 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna 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 Sienna | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3298 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1889 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3040 mm |
