1979 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2012 Peugeot 5008

To start off, 2012 Peugeot 5008 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 5008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 5008 (161 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 5008 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.

Let's talk about torque, 2012 Peugeot 5008 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 5008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Toyota Sprinter 2012 Peugeot 5008
Make Toyota Peugeot
Model Sprinter 5008
Year Released 1979 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1588 cc 1997 cc
Horse Power 93 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3750 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1835 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2735 mm


 

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