2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 1983 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 891 kg more than 1983 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, 2008 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Patriot | 1983 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Patriot | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
