2004 Saturn Vue vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Saturn Vue is newer by 25 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), 2004 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saturn Vue (144 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saturn Vue weights approximately 470 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, 2004 Saturn Vue (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Saturn Vue | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | Vue | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
