1975 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP) has 300 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 2016 kg more than 1975 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Sprinter | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sprinter | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 5999 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 360 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 2862 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3650 mm |
