1996 Renault Safrane vs. 1982 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 550 kg more than 1982 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 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Safrane | 1982 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Safrane | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
