1980 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2002 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2002 Toyota Avensis is newer by 22 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. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 706 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, 2002 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Sprinter | 2002 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1993 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
