1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1971 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 970 kg more than 1971 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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 1971 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Caprice | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |