1981 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1639 kg more than 1972 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, 1981 Chevrolet Suburban (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Suburban | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6210 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2340 mm |
