1999 Nissan Laurel vs. 1983 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1999 Nissan Laurel is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Laurel (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 415 kg more than 1983 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, 1999 Nissan Laurel (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Laurel | 1983 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Laurel | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
