1980 Buick Electra vs. 1973 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1980 Buick Electra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 825 kg more than 1973 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 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 1973 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Electra | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2340 mm |