1999 Nissan Terrano II vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1999 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 19 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 650 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, 1999 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Terrano II | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Terrano II | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
