1998 Hyundai Euro 1 vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is newer by 19 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP) has 316 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 weights approximately 4 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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Euro 1 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1360 mm |
