1979 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 33 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Enclave weights approximately 1193 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, 2012 Buick Enclave (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Sprinter | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Toyota | Buick |
| Model | Sprinter | Enclave |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3600 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1842 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3020 mm |
