1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1975 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,344 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP) has 135 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 381 kg more than 1975 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, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4344 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2380 mm |
