1983 Renault 5 vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1983 Renault 5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Renault 5 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 105 kg more than 1983 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Renault 5 (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Renault 5 | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 5 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
