2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro 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 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Nitro | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3698 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
