2005 Nissan Maxima vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2005 Nissan Maxima is newer by 25 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (265 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 599 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, 2005 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Maxima | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Maxima | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
