2003 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2003 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 24 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 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (335 HP) has 275 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1476 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, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche Cayenne | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Cayenne | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4511 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2322 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
