1979 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 32 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1514 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Sprinter | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
| Model | Sprinter | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 6200 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2946 mm |
