2009 Nissan Altima vs. 1977 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Altima weights approximately 581 kg more than 1977 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 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Altima | 1977 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Altima | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |
