1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1978 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 740 kg more than 1978 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, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 1978 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Caprice | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 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 |
