1994 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1994 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1979 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, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Buick Roadmaster | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Roadmaster | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |