1979 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 4 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 855 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, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Caprice | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Caprice | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |