1979 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 34 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 1166 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, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (361 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Sprinter | 2013 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sprinter | Traverse |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3600 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5173 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3020 mm |
