1980 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1986 Toyota Celica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. Both 1980 Toyota Sprinter and 1986 Toyota Celica are equipped with a 1,588 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Celica (123 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Celica weights approximately 115 kg more than 1980 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, 1986 Toyota Celica (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Sprinter | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Celica |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
