2008 Toyota Camry vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (210 HP) has 150 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 506 kg more than 1979 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 Toyota Camry (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Camry | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Camry | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3311 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2380 mm |
