2006 Nissan Sentra vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Nissan Sentra is newer by 26 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Sentra (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 600 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, 2006 Nissan Sentra (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Sentra | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Sentra | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
