1983 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1195 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 Porsche Cayenne (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Toyota Sprinter | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Toyota | Porsche |
| Model | Sprinter | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4806 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2896 mm |
