1979 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1977 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 804 kg more than 1977 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 (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Caprice | 1977 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Caprice | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2380 mm |
