1972 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 39 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 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 1209 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, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Toyota Sprinter | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sprinter | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 3195 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
