2006 Dodge Viper vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 27 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 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 548 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 575 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Viper | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Viper | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 725 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
