1984 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1980 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1984 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1980 Triumph TR7. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1980 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1984 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Triumph TR7 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Sprinter | 1980 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Toyota | Triumph |
| Model | Sprinter | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2170 mm |
