1979 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2007 TVR Sagaris
To start off, 2007 TVR Sagaris 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 TVR Sagaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 TVR Sagaris (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 TVR Sagaris should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 TVR Sagaris weights approximately 255 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 TVR Sagaris (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 TVR Sagaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Sprinter | 2007 TVR Sagaris | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Sprinter | Sagaris |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3996 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
