1979 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 28 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 380 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3311 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1355 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 |
