1984 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1984 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Sprinter | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Sprinter | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3546 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
