2008 Mazda 6 vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 28 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 6 weights approximately 205 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, 2008 Mazda 6 (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 6 | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | 6 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
