1978 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1978 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Blazer (100 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 960 kg more than 1974 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, 1978 Chevrolet Blazer (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Blazer | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Blazer | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |
