2005 Toyota Avensis vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 1,588 cc, 1980 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 365 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 Toyota Avensis (171 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Avensis | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Avensis | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
