1972 Chevrolet Vega 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 Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 30 kg more than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Vega | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Vega | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
