1983 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 29 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1180 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Sprinter | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Sprinter | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3496 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
