1980 Avanti Avanti vs. 1977 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1980 Avanti Avanti is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Avanti Avanti (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 675 kg more than 1977 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, 1980 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1980 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Avanti Avanti | 1977 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Avanti | Toyota |
| Model | Avanti | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2340 mm |
