1979 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1988 Chevrolet Corsica
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Corsica. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 205 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Corsica. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Sprinter | 1988 Chevrolet Corsica | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sprinter | Corsica |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1991 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
