1977 Chrysler 1610 vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1977 Chrysler 1610 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler 1610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler 1610 (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler 1610 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler 1610 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1976 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, 1977 Chrysler 1610 (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler 1610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler 1610 | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | 1610 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |
