2002 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 23 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 354 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, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire (203 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Pontiac Sunfire | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Sunfire | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2380 mm |
