1973 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Blazer (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 875 kg more than 1979 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, 1973 Chevrolet Blazer (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Blazer | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |