2006 Toyota Highlander vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 3,308 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 365 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 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Highlander | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Highlander | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3308 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
