1979 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2006 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2006 Toyota Quantum is newer by 27 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Quantum (102 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Toyota Quantum (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Sprinter | 2006 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2494 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3120 mm |
