2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (144 HP) has 84 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 831 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 Jeep Cherokee (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Cherokee | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Cherokee | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
