1996 Rover 400 vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1996 Rover 400 is newer by 16 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 1,588 cc, 1980 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 400 weights approximately 145 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, 1996 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Rover 400 | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | 400 | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |