1995 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 610 kg more than 1980 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, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan 300 ZX | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | 300 ZX | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
