2001 Acura CL vs. 1983 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2001 Acura CL is newer by 18 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura CL weights approximately 605 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, 2001 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura CL | 1983 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | CL | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
