2003 Mazda Demio vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2003 Mazda Demio is newer by 23 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 1,588 cc, 1980 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 15 kg more than 2003 Mazda Demio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Demio | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Demio | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |
