1980 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 30 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 603 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, 2010 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Sprinter | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Sprinter | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3700 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
