2009 Pontiac G8 vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G8 is newer by 30 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G8 (255 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Pontiac G8 (252 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac G8 | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | G8 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2410 mm |
