2001 Acura RL vs. 1982 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2001 Acura RL is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura RL weights approximately 700 kg more than 1982 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 RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 1982 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Acura | Toyota |
| Model | RL | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2410 mm |
