2001 Holden Zafira vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2001 Holden Zafira is newer by 22 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Zafira (145 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Zafira weights approximately 618 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, 2001 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden Zafira | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Zafira | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2380 mm |
