2007 Nissan Altima vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Altima weights approximately 565 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 Nissan Altima (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Altima | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Altima | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
