1975 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1047 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, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice (353 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chevrolet Caprice | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Caprice | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2022 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2410 mm |