1980 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2011 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 638 kg more than 1980 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, 2011 Chevrolet Impala (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Sprinter | 2011 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sprinter | Impala |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3500 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2807 mm |
