1996 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 17 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 231 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, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Pontiac Sunfire | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Sunfire | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |