1983 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 680 kg more than 1983 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 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Sprinter | 2003 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Sprinter | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5665 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
