2007 Acura TL vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 27 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 475 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, 2007 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Acura | Toyota |
Model | TL | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |