1972 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1980 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Impala (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 740 kg more than 1980 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 Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Impala | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Impala | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2410 mm |
