2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 1983 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 26 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 465 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, 2009 Kia Cee'd (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 1983 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Cee'd | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
