1978 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 574 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, 1978 Chrysler Valiant (277 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Valiant | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Valiant | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2380 mm |
