1971 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1716 kg more than 1971 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, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota Sprinter | 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sprinter | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 5300 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 2471 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2946 mm |
