1970 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1976 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Vega (81 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 165 kg more than 1976 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, 1970 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Vega | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Vega | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |
