2005 Hyundai Coupe vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter

To start off, 2005 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 26 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Coupe (139 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 329 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, 2005 Hyundai Coupe (184 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Hyundai Coupe 1979 Toyota Sprinter
Make Hyundai Toyota
Model Coupe Sprinter
Year Released 2005 1979
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1166 cc
Horse Power 139 HP 60 HP
Torque 184 Nm 97 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3800 RPM
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1175 kg 846 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2380 mm


 

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