1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1974 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP) has 187 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 535 kg more than 1974 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, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2380 mm |
