1972 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2002 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1972 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, 2002 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Sprinter | 2002 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sprinter | S-10 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2196 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3130 mm |
