1980 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 423 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 Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima 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 Altima | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Sprinter | Altima |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2500 cc |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2675 mm |