1972 Chevrolet DeVille vs. 1977 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1977 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet DeVille would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet DeVille weights approximately 819 kg more than 1977 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, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (495 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet DeVille | 1977 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | DeVille | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2340 mm |
