1997 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1997 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 17 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 3,964 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 500 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, 1997 Jeep Wrangler (291 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jeep Wrangler | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Wrangler | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3964 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
