1982 Renault 9 vs. 1983 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1983 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1982 Renault 9. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 60 kg more than 1982 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault 9 | 1983 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 9 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
