1980 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2003 Pontiac Aztek
To start off, 2003 Pontiac Aztek is newer by 23 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Aztek is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Aztek (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Aztek should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Aztek weights approximately 855 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, 2003 Pontiac Aztek (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Aztek will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Sprinter | 2003 Pontiac Aztek | |
| Make | Toyota | Pontiac |
| Model | Sprinter | Aztek |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3392 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
