2004 Hyundai Trajet vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 24 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Trajet (171 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 715 kg more than 1980 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, 2004 Hyundai Trajet (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Trajet | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Trajet | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
